Ancient World Religions

The 12 men that followed Jesus closely and spread his teachings.

These laws reflect the laws of the prophet Muhammad.

This Hindu holy book is called "the book of knowledge."

What is the ultimate goal of a Buddhist?

The weekly day of worship and rest observed by the Jews, Christians, & Muslims.

This religion believes in baptism as a sign of being "born again."

What is food that is prepared according to Jewish law called?

Messiah is the term for the savior of the Jewish people.

What is a Jewish teacher called?

This event refers to Jesus rising from the dead and appearing to his followers.

The Hindu belief that people pass through many lives is called . . .

Hanukah celebrates the birth of Jesus of Nazareth.

This Aryan prince rejected Hinduism and became the "Enlightened One", #the Buddha.

Which one is the greatest shared belief among Christianity, Islam, & Judaism?

This religion does not practice conversion, yet it is the 3rd largest in the world.

This Chinese philosophy teaches you that nature is to be respected.

These Buddhists temples are shaped like domes and often have colorful banner/flags flying over them.

Siddhartha Gautama considered himself to be a god.

How many gods do Hindus worship?

Belief in many gods is called . . .

Ramadan is . . .

The 10 Commandments formed the basic moral laws for many countries.

"Life is full of suffering" is one of the . . .

Mahayana Buddhists see the Buddha as a teacher.

This author of much if the New Testament once persecuted Christians. His conversion would make him a powerful voice.

This Chinese philosophy teaches that you should treat others with honor.

This holy book is sacred to Judaism and includes the Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, & Deuteronomy.

This pilgrimage to Mecca is required by Muslims around the world.

What is a house of worship for the Jewish people called?

This Arabic term is how Muslims refer to God. It means "the One."

Islam is Arabic for . . .

Muslim house of worship

In Muslim countries today, it is typical for women to receive . . .

He is the last and greatest prophet of Allah.

The holiest site in Islam.

Between Confucianism & Taoism, which philosophy focuses on society more?

Belief that there is only 1 God is called . . .

Theravada Buddhists see the Buddha as a god.

Jewish celebration of becoming a responsible believer in Yahweh (13th B'day).

The holy book to Islam, based on the teachings of Muhammad.